Overindulging not only makes you feel like crap, but it also makes you look lousy. Here’s what too many cocktails, sweets, or salty snacks really does to your skin—and how you can combat it.
Alcohol
Alcohol is a diuretic. That’s why you keep running to the bathroom during a long night of drinking, and why your face might feel like a dried up cactus in the morning.
David Colbert, M.D, founder and head physician of New York Dermatology Group, says the best way to get your skin back to normal is with good ‘ole H2O. Before going to bed, drink 3 to 4 8-ounce glasses of water, he says adding some lemon to the water can also help soothe your stomach.
(Water is also the best way to prevent a hangover, but only if you time it correctly. Find out more at The Best Way to Prevent a Hangover.)
Use a hydrating moisturizer to keep your skin from feeling parched, too. We suggest starting with a lightweight oil, like Kiehl’s Daily Revive Concentrate.
Seal in the moisture with a heavy-duty face lotion, like Clinique Maximum Hydrator.
Salt
Nobody sits down to a sodium-packed meal and thinks, “This is definitely going to end well.”
You feel thirsty and bloated—and so does your skin. Too much salt causes water retention, which creates those puffy circles under the eyes, says Dr. Colbert.
To fight them, we like Clinique For Men’s Anti-Fatigue Eye Gel. It uses a cooling gel that is easy on the skin. Use it during the day and at night.
Sugar
Your skin pays the price for your constant sweet tooth. A sugar-heavy diet harm the collagen and elastin in your skin, says Dr. Colbert.
This damage is called ‘glycation,’ which causes premature aging.
To battle early wrinkles, Dr. Colbert recommends using a serum like the Colbert MD Stimulate Serum, which helps promote new cell growth. Fresh cells help keep your skin clear of wrinkles and sagginess.
If the dermatologist-grade brand is out of your price range, try this similar option from Caudalie or a bargain from CeraVe.
What to do Next Time
Healthy skin really stems from a healthy diet, so increase your antioxidant intake to promote good skin.
Think: berries, acai, tomatoes, spinach, and Brussels sprouts.
If you know you’re going to indulge, Dr. Colbert recommends increasing your fiber consumption beforehand, which helps control blood sugar and eliminates toxins that might increase the wear and tear on your skin.
Above all else: Get a good night’s sleep and stay hydrated. Both help stabilize your natural hormones and reverse the effects of overindulgence on your skin better than any other solution.
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Article source: http://www.menshealth.com/grooming/detox-your-skin
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